Shashank Singh
Netherlands Implements Temporary Border Controls to Curb Migration
The Netherlands initiated temporary border controls on December 9, 2024, to curb irregular migration and cross-border crime, reflecting…
Sharp Decline in F-1 Visa Issuance for Indian Students 2024
The issuance of U.S. F-1 visas to Indian students fell by 38% in 2024 compared to 2023, reflecting…
Concurrent Filing: I-485 & I-130 with O-1 Visa Extension Pending
Filing I-485 and I-130 with a pending O-1 extension is possible, but requires maintaining lawful presence during the…
Australia’s New Skills in Demand Visa: Key Changes to Subclass 482
Australia's reformed skilled migration program introduces the Skills in Demand (SID) visa, replacing the TSS visa (subclass 482)…
Thousands of Indians Affected by Canada’s New Immigration Rules
Canada's new immigration rules, set to reduce both permanent and temporary residents, will impact thousands of Indians in…
President-elect Donald Trump Supports DACA Dreamers
President-elect Trump has signaled a willingness to work with Democrats to address the status of DACA recipients, or…
Bridge Visa Foil: New U.S. Visa Design Explained
The new U.S. Bridge visa foil features the Golden Gate Bridge, replacing the Lincoln visa foil. Introduced in…
Missing in Mystery: Did Hannah Kobayashi Fall into a Green Card Marriage Trap?
Hannah Kobayashi's disappearance from Hawaii, now tied to a potential green card marriage scam, is under FBI and…
Suriname Visa Guide: Tourist Card & Visa on Arrival Steps
To visit Suriname, you may need a visa or Tourist Card, depending on your nationality. Some countries are…
Dubai Tourist Visa Changes: Accommodation & Return Ticket Needed
Dubai now requires tourists to provide proof of accommodation and a return ticket for a visa. Applicants must…
Martial Law: Impact on Immigration and Tourism
Martial law involves military control over civilian government, suspending civil liberties to restore order during emergencies. It impacts…
Yoon Suk Yeol Declares Martial Law in South Korea
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law on December 3, 2024, citing threats from "communist…
New USCIS Rule: Submit Form I-693 with Form I-485
USCIS now mandates certain applicants filing Form I-485 to submit Form I-693, a medical examination and vaccination record,…
Why Traveling to India in January 2025 Could Get Tricky Under Trump Administration
Travel to India from the U.S. in January 2025, under a potential Trump administration, may face issues due…
Alternative Work Permits for Graduates Not Eligible for PGWP
Changes to Canada's Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility now require college diplomas and vocational certificates to match labor…